Paula Pisarcik
Paula has worked with Beaird Group since 1999 and is a member of the leadership team. She is an experienced, results-oriented, problem solver with a good sense of organization and leadership. In addition to project management, Paula has provided clients with skilled analysis, and has a proven track-record in managing data and electronic information. Paula’s recent consulting projects include developing/implementing a service and commodity sales program for the National Accounts division of a Fortune 500 company, RFP development for the public sector and benefits administration and process improvement support for Corporate Human Resources. Paula holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois.

Peg Meagher
Peggy has worked with Beaird Group team since 2000 and is a member of the leaership team. She is a results-driven professional with a strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Internally, Peggy is responsible for marketing and communications, maintaining client relationships, providing subject matter expertise and developing deliverables. Additionally, Peggy’s recent consulting engagements include multiple market research projects, serving as an on-demand consultant for responding to client RFP/RFQ, developing client sales presentations, managing several website renovations, and writing job descriptions. Peggy holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Saint Mary’s College of Minnesota (now known as Saint Mary’s University).

Gail Kelleher
Gail has worked with Beaird Group since the start of the business. As part of the key leadership team, she helped define and grow the Beaird Group into a viable consulting firm. Gail has managed and staffed many customer projects over the years. Working closely with our customer’s staff and management team Gail has helped train, stream line processes and identify and close revenue gaps. She has also worked closely with IT in implementing new systems and enhancing current systems to meet client’s changing business needs. Gail has extensive experience with managing individuals as well as groups of consultants. She holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Marketing from Northern Illinois University.

Laura Coulter
Laura has worked with Beaird Group since 1998 and is a member of the leadership team. She is a results-oriented, problem solver with excellent communication and organizational skills. Internally Laura handles all Human Resources efforts which include recruiting, interviewing and on-boarding. Additionally, Laura’s recent consulting engagements include leading multiple market research projects, managing several phone calling campaigns to collect data, writing job descriptions and interim accounting support. Laura holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Personnel Management from Eastern Illinois University.

Carrie Smolinski
Carrie has worked with Beaird Group team since 2010 and is a member of the leadership team. Carrie is excellent at managing day-to-day responsibilities and responding to operational crises while meeting over-reaching goals. She is a quick study and is able to adapt to new concepts and systems, particularly while handling statistical analysis of large amounts of data. Carrie has over 10 years of experience in the refining, petrochemicals, and environmental solutions industries. Prior to joining Beaird Group in 2010, Carrie held various positions within ExxonMobil, both in Research and Development in Paulsboro, NJ and in Production at the Joliet, IL Refinery. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Economics from the University of Delaware.

Nancy Ruprecht, Business Development Executive
Nancy directs the Sales and Marketing efforts for Beaird Group. She draws on over 20 years of experience in selling and managing consulting engagements for Fortune 500 clients. Nancy has worked as a sales executive for IBM and a mid-size consultancy. She has strong problem-solving skills as well as facilitation and communications expertise that help clients solve business-critical problems. Nancy also has experience helping clients align technology investments with business priorities. Nancy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business with a minor in Information Systems from Iowa State University.

Brian W. Beaird, Principal 
Brian is a Principal of Beaird Group and the company’s Chief Financial Officer. From his thirty year career with ExxonMobil, Brian brings a variety of deep experience in project planning and development, large project management, and management of technical organizations. Since retiring from ExxonMobil in 2010, Brian has provided consulting services to major engineering and energy corporations, in the fields of capital project management and independent project reviews. Brian has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Illinois. He is also a registered Professional Engineer and is PMP certified.